Nestled in the Nicaragua Northern Highlands, Matagalpa is a city steeped in rich history. It is the birth place of revered Nicaraguan poet Ruben Dario and the FSLN political movement’s founder Carlos Fonseca. Join us on our walking tour of Matagalpa Nicaragua, where we share some of Matagalpa’s history whilst visiting picturesque parks like Parque Morazan and Parque Ruben Dario, and impressive churches like the beautiful Catedral San Pedro. We also explore the vibrant cafe scene and highlight nearby attractions like Mirador Calvary, Selva Negra and Cascada Blanca. Whilst not on most people’s Nicaragua travel itinerary, if you are looking for an authentic Nicaraguan experience, then Matagalpa is the city for you!
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▶ WHAT’S IN THIS VIDEO:
0:00 Introduction to Nicaragua Travel Vlog: Matagalpa Walking Tour
0:16 San Pedro Cathedral Matagalpa Nicaragua
0:48 Parque Morazán Matagalpa Nicaragua
1:16 Francisco Morazán: President of the federal republic of Central America
1:42 Statue of the founders of Sandinista National Liberation Front (FSLN)
1:56 Carlos Fonseca and Tomás Borge Martínez and the history of FSLN
2:55 Elections in Nicaragua 2021
3:36 Where to get the cheapest fruit and vegetables in Nicaragua
3:52 Supermarkets in Nicaragua: La Colonia Matagalpa
4:37 Tropical fruit in Nicaragua: Jocote
5:14 What fruit can you get in Nicaragua?
6:02 Local food in Nicaragua: Asado El Bambu Matagalpa Nicaragua
6:43 Cuajada cheese: Local Nicaraguan cheese
7:12 Must eat Nicaraguan food: Güirila with cuajada and cream
7:35 Clothes shopping in Nicaragua and second hand stores in Nicaragua
8:08 About Matagalpa Nicaragua, Pearl of the North
8:35 Weather in Matagalpa Nicaragua
9:20 Expats in Matagalpa, Esteli & Jinotega Facebook group
9:59 Best place to find an authentic Nicaraguan experience
10:24 Batidos Pitaya Matagalpa Nicaragua
10:50 Parque Rubén Darío
11:56 Rubén Darío: Famous Nicaraguan poet
12:08 Parroquia San José Matagalpa Nicaragua
12:47 Seleccion Nicaraguense Cafe Matagalpa Nicaragua
13:10 Mulukakao Chocolate Cafe Matagalpa Nicaragua
13:32 Cafe Belén Bakery Cafe Matag`alpa Nicaragua
13:51 History of Matagalpa Nicaragua
14:02 What does Matagalpa mean?
15:01 Pre-colonial history of Matagalpa Nicaragua
15:30 Indios Flecheros de Matagalpa and the Battle of San Jacinto
16:07 Best things to do in Matagalpa Nicaragua: Take the tourist bus to Mirador Calvary
17:13 Great things to do in Matagalpa Nicaragua: Hike the Mountain of Peace
17:25 Best things to do near Matagalpa Nicaragua: Cascadas Blancas
18:18 Must visit in Nicaragua: Selva Negra
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19:57 Mercado Municipal de Matagalpa Market in Matagalpa Nicaragua
20:35 Cotran Sur Bus Terminal Matagalpa Nicaragua
20:58 Cotran Norte Bus Terminal Matagalpa Nicaragua
21:28 Travelling by local bus in Nicaragua
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